2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 745 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2002 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Equus | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
